Description
Bring home the bold flavors of Southeast Asia with this Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce. Tender marinated chicken thighs are grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce that’s full of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. It’s perfect for dinner, parties, or meal prep!
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
1/4 cup coconut milk or water (to thin)
1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, curry powder, and turmeric. Slice chicken thighs into long strips and toss in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
2. For the sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, and coconut milk (or water). Stir until smooth and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
3. Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked bamboo or metal skewers. Leave space between each piece for even cooking.
4. Grill on medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Serve skewers with warm peanut sauce. Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro. Enjoy with jasmine rice or cucumber salad.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
For a thicker peanut sauce, reduce coconut milk; for a thinner sauce, add more water.
Chicken thighs are preferred for juicier results, but chicken breasts also work with reduced cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken satay, peanut sauce, Thai chicken skewers